The truth will set you free, they say, but believe me, nothing will set you free.

The only thing standing between you and your dreams is ... reluctance.

I want you to tell all these people that I wanted more time to spend with them. Tell them I meant to, tell them I wanted to hear what they said and tell them what was on my mind.

My father was my teacher. But most importantly he was a great dad.

I am very protective of my family.

I'm not sure what we're running from. Nobody. Or the future. Fate. Growing up. Getting old. Picking up the pieces. As if running we won't have to get on with our lives.

Humility is not a weak and timid quality; it must be carefully distinguished from a groveling spirit.

Most people in America don't believe that "God" is a dirty word, but the sad fact is that some Americans are left to wonder whether the Supreme Court might have greater regard for it if it was.

My book group has one rule: no books for adults. We read young adult fiction only.

When I sing, I don't want them to see that my face is black; I don't want them to see that my face is white - I want them to see my soul. And that is colorless.

Generally, or at least very often, people with a deep interest in animals are the best people around.